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Fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside, our ultimate crispy roasted potatoes well deserve their "ultimate" status. These spuds belong on your Thanksgiving table! Photo by Jeff Coulson. Read Recipe by canadianliving

Crunchy Parmesan-Topped Double Potato Mash

If you're making this crunchy Parmesan-topped double potato mash recipe ahead of time, choose a large shallow ovenproof dish, which will decrease the time needed to warm it in the oven while the Thanksgiving turkey is resting. Photo by Jeff Coulson.

Crunchy Parmesan-Topped Double Potato Mash

If you're making this crunchy Parmesan-topped double potato mash recipe ahead of time, choose a large shallow ovenproof dish, which will decrease the time needed to warm it in the oven while the Thanksgiving turkey is resting. Photo by Jeff Coulson.

Crunchy Sweet Potato Fries -- Sweet potato fries are great on their own, but these are taken to another level when served with garlicky mayonnaise. Plus, they can be prepped for the oven in just 15 minutes time.

Roasted Butternut Squash and Cheddar Gratin—Roasting the squash before layering it in the gratin enhances its flavour. This step also cuts down on Turkey Day prep—just sprinkle on the topping and pop it into the oven after the turkey comes out.